When thinking about staying healthy, the state of your oral health may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But, in fact, your oral health can provide clues as to your overall health, and ...
March is National Nutrition Month, a month dedicated to nutrition education and information. The campaign is sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and it focuses on the importance of ma...
Regardless of what holiday you celebrate, December brings with it all kinds of stress: shopping, finances, and family gatherings. Don’t let yourself get lost in the shuffle. How are you do...
You or someone you know may have recently gone through some changes and now require some assistance to maintain independent living in the home. What do you do? First, you need to consider the level o...
Optimism seems to be the mood of the day when May rolls around. Budding flowers, singing birds and warmer weather all point to new beginnings, but it’s also a time to do a little evaluation of the yea...
“Friendship retains its traditional values and securities in one’s relationship with one’s pet. Whether a dog, cat, bird, fish, turtle, or what have you, one can rely upon the fact that on...
Dry mouth can happen to anyone. It is not a natural occurrence with age, however, it does occur with certain health issues—such as diabetes and autoimmune diseases (i.e. Lupus)—and certain medications...
Acting as a caregiver to a loved one can be a very fulfilling experience, but may also be one of the hardest times in one’s life. The challenges faced are unlike any other, and you may find that honin...
How are your New Year resolutions going? Have you resolved to take better care of yourself? Are you making strides in achieving a healthier you – mind, body and soul? At Gurwin, we have resolved to...
Do you suffer from the “winter blues?” Do you regularly sleep more often, have little energy, and crave sweets or starchy foods in the winter months? Do you often feel sad, depressed, anxious or unin...
You got your flu shot. You wash your hands, cover your mouth, and stay away from others who might be sick. But are you really doing all you can to stay healthy this flu season? According to many ph...
November is COPD Awareness Month. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. It is caused by damage to the lungs over many years, usually from smoki...